Welcome
to boerboels.co.uk! - We set up this website a number of years ago as
an information source for people interested in this breed of dog as we
ourselves went looking, and found that there wasn't anything available
for people in Britain.
Since then, we've learnt a lot. We've travelled, met people - some good,
some not so good! as well as lots and lots of Boerboels and of course
now we have them as family members of our own.

We've also been observing the development of this breed in the UK. Things
have happened that are good and positive, but there have also been other
issues that are disheartening. Fortunately, a small number of people are
indeed pursuing the goal of maintaining and improving this fantastic dog
through responsible and ethical breeding.

While we are still an average couple with only a few pet dogs, we have
decided to do our small part in joining this group, hence we've registered
the name Accolade Boerboelsand we'll hopefully, every now
and again we'll have some very nice puppies which will give others as
much pleasure as our girls have given us.

We hope you like the new site and find it even more useful
and enjoyable than the original.

Boerboels
are a mastiff type dog, originating from South Africa. They have been
bred specifically as a farm watchdog who has a superbly even temperament,
they make wonderful companions.

The Boerboel is generally obedient, intelligent, self-assured
and has an extremely strong guarding instinct. Perhaps surprisingly,
this does not make the dog a vicious unsociable animal, because the Boerboel
was and still is in constant proximity to the farmers and their children, a badly behaved
or aggressive dog was unacceptable and would, perhaps some would consider, rather harshly,
have been put down. This very selective and practical breeding ethic has
created a loving pet with an even temperament that is happiest in a family
environment, where he can put his watchdog instincts into action when
required.

Boerboels are not born with all the information they need
to live among us humans, please remember as an owner it is your responsibility
to raise, educate & care for your dog.

Currently,
about three or four times a year we send out a 'mini-newsletter'
telling people what's happening with us & our dogs as
well as the Boerboel Community in general.To
join simply fill in the boxes below, with your full name,
the county you live in & most importantly, your e-mail
address!